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Dow soars almost 400 points, as investors rotate out of tech and eye Europe

Investors in the U.S. continued the recent trend of shifting their portfolios to favor European stocks, as the dollar weakens and the euro rises.

Lagarde says ECB 'will not rest' as eurozone inflation hits 2% in June

Lagarde says ECB 'will not rest' as eurozone inflation hits 2% in June

Eurozone price pressures rose in line with expectations in June, reaching the ECB’s 2% target. ECB President Christine Lagarde struck a cautious tone in her opening remarks at the central bank’s annual symposium in Sintra.

European Central Bank head: Frequent shocks to economy make inflation more unpredictable

The head of the European Central Bank said inflation has become more unpredictable due to shocks like the COVID-19 pandemic and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine - and that policymakers need to take the possibility of such extreme scenarios into account and communicate them to the public as well

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European stocks mixed after hawkish ECB rate cut

The FTSE 100 index closed up 9.75 points, 0.1%, at 8,811.04.

Evening Standard

ECB president Christine Lagarde says she’s ‘determined’ to complete her term, after speculation of early exit to run WEF – as it happened

“You’re not about to see the back of me,” insists Lagarde, sporting a necklace reading ‘in charge’, following claims she discussed leaving ECB early to run World Economic Forum

The Guardian - UK

Inflation slides to 1.9% in Europe, as worries shift from prices to Trump and tariffs

Inflation in the 20 countries that use the euro fell to 1.9% in May from 2.2% in April, helping clear the way for more interest rate cuts from the European Central Bank

The Independent UK

Global chaos and looming trade wars set the stage for a ‘global euro moment’ as trust in the EU surges

Months of erratic policies have dampened the U.S. dollar’s status as a safe-haven currency—but it bodes well for the euro.

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Grigory Burenkov: "The European Economy: A Soft Landing Amid Change"

Grigory Burenkov: "The European Economy: A Soft Landing Amid Change"

The European Central Bank has cut interest rates for the seventh time, signaling continued monetary easing amid U.S. tariffs and global economic shifts. Explore the ECB's strategy, inflation trends, and what it means for Europe's economic outlook.

International Business Times

Week ahead: Eurozone inflation, Apple and Meta earnings in focus

Week ahead: Eurozone inflation, Apple and Meta earnings in focus

It is set to be a busy week for financial markets, with key economic data, including the eurozone’s flash inflation figures for April and the US non-farm payrolls, due for release. Additionally, big tech earnings, particularly Apple’s quarterly results, will be closely watched.

Opposite effect: Could Trump's tariffs end up cooling inflation in Europe?

Opposite effect: Could Trump's tariffs end up cooling inflation in Europe?

Trump's tariff push may cool down rather than heat up inflation in Europe. Falling energy prices, a stronger euro and excess goods supply from China are disinflationary forces, likely prompting the ECB to consider deeper rate cuts down the road.

ECB's Lagarde Hopes Trump Won't Fire US Fed Chief Powell

ECB's Lagarde Hopes Trump Won't Fire US Fed Chief Powell

European Central Bank chief Christine Lagarde said Tuesday that she hoped US President Donald Trump would not oust the country's central bank boss Jerome Powell prematurely.

International Business Times

Eurozone consumer confidence falls to 18-month lows as tariffs bite

Eurozone consumer confidence falls to 18-month lows as tariffs bite

Eurozone consumer confidence hits 18-month low as US tariffs bite. IMF cuts global growth forecasts while Lagarde urges policy flexibility

Why economists believe the ECB will keep on cutting interest rates

Why economists believe the ECB will keep on cutting interest rates

Economists predict that the ECB will continue its rate-cutting cycle as global trade tensions rise and eurozone growth slows. Markets expect up to 75 basis points of easing by September, pushing the deposit rate down to 1.5%.

ECB's Lagarde: Trade tariffs are a negative shock for the eurozone

ECB's Lagarde: Trade tariffs are a negative shock for the eurozone

Lagarde said the ECB’s rate cut reflected confidence in disinflation and rising growth risks from tariffs, which are set to weigh on demand. The bank dropped its “restrictive” stance and stressed a data-driven, flexible approach.

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The Independent UK

European Central Bank cuts interest rates for the seventh time as global trade tensions escalate

The European Central Bank cut interest rates Thursday for the seventh time to counter worries about economic growth fueled by President Donald Trump’s tariff onslaught

International Business Times

ECB Ready To Cut Rates Again As Trump Tariffs Shake Eurozone

European Central Bank policymakers look increasingly likely to cut interest rates again on Thursday, with US President Donald Trump's stop-start tariff announcements sowing concern in the eurozone.

Is the EU banning American credit cards?

Social media users allege that ECB President Christine Lagarde has announced plans to get rid of the likes of Visa, Mastercard and PayPal.

International Business Times

Trump Tariff Rollercoaster Complicates ECB Rate Call

US President Donald Trump's on-and-off tariffs have clouded the picture for European Central Bank policymakers meeting this week to decide whether to lower eurozone interest rates again.

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International Business Times

Eurozone Inflation Eases In March As Tariff Threat Looms

Inflation in the eurozone slowed further in March, official data showed on Tuesday, indicating possible breathing room for policymakers despite the threat of turbulence from US trade tariffs.

International Business Times UK

Lagarde Urges EU to 'March to Independence' as Trump's Tariffs Threaten Transatlantic Trade

She also stressed the importance of strengthening European independence in defence, energy, finance, and digital sectors.

How could the European Central Bank react to Trump’s trade tariffs?

Donald Trump’s tariffs may hit EU growth and push up inflation, posing a dilemma for the ECB. While trade slows and prices rise, some economists argue rate cuts remain appropriate, so long as inflation expectations stay anchored.

No, Norway and Sweden haven't banned digital transactions

The claims appear to have sprung from reports that the Nordic countries have started advising citizens to keep a supply of cash at home in the case of a digital banking crisis.

International Business Times

ECB's Digital Euro Sparks Flurry Of Online Misinformation

European Central Bank president Christine Lagarde's recent remarks on a "digital euro" prompted a fresh wave of misinformation online, highlighting an uphill battle ahead to convince the public of the project's merits.

Eurozone consumer confidence falls more than expected in March

Eurozone consumer confidence weakened as looming trade tariffs raised concerns over growth and inflation. Meanwhile, Germany approved a massive fiscal package, but economists urged caution over immediate excitement.

Europe’s markets lose steam amid EU deadlock on Ukraine, trade tension

The rally in European stock markets took a breather as EU leaders struggled to secure a €5 billion funding package for Ukraine. Investor sentiment was further dampened by the ECB’s cautious outlook on the economy and inflation, triggering selloffs, particularly in the defence and automotive sectors.

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